The Prize may be conferred upon individuals, institutions, other entities or non-governmental organizations. Nominees must be living persons or existing institutions.
The purpose of the UNESCO-Uzbekistan Beruniy Prize for Scientific Research on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is to encourage ethical design, development, use and deployment of AI, and to promote scientific endeavour and cooperation in this field.
The Prize rewards activities in the field of scientific research on the ethics of Artificial Intelligence and provides new insights or solutions; (ii) international scientific cooperation on the ethics of AI; and (iii) initiatives demonstrating the practical application of ethical AI principles in real-world scenarios.
The UN Secretary-General’s Scientific Advisory Board invites you to share insights for its annual Horizon Scanning.
This 15-minute survey helps identify emerging scientific and technological developments that should inform the UN’s work in the short and medium term.
The Scientific Advisory Board and its global network of scientific institutions advise UN leaders on breakthroughs in science and technology, including how to harness their benefits and mitigate potential risks.
The Board provides independent insights on trends at the intersection of science, technology, ethics, governance, and sustainable development.
Learn more: www.un.org/scientific-advisory-board/en
Are you a scientist who wants to consolidate your independence by establishing a research team and continuing to develop a success career in Europe? The ERC Consolidator Grant could be for you. You can also apply if you have recently created an independent, excellent research team and want to strengthen it.
Who can apply?
Researchers of any nationality with 5-15 years of experience since completion of PhD, a scientific track record showing great promise and an excellent research proposal can apply.
The United Nations is now accepting applications for the 2026 Young Professionals Programme (YPP) Exam.
Applications must be submitted by 30 November 2026.
UNESCO and the Data-Pop Alliance (DPA) are conducting a study that aims to examine the challenges faced by women scientists in these settings, identify existing institutional and programmatic support mechanisms, and inform recommendations to strengthen their participation, protection, and resilience.
As part of this research, they invite organizations working to support women scientists, particularly in crisis and emergency contexts, to participate in an organizational survey. The survey seeks to gather information on existing initiatives, institutional practices, challenges, and opportunities to strengthen support for women scientists affected by crises and emergencies and is available in different languages.
On Tuesday, 1 December 2026, the seventh Young Researchers Overseas Day is organized by the Royal Academy for Overseas Sciences (Belgium). This event is aimed at researchers younger than 40 who are working overseas in various research fields. These fields should fit into one of the scientific disciplines of the 3 sections of the Royal Academy for Overseas Sciences. The Young Researchers’ Day is an opportunity to meet one another, discuss, exchange ideas and know more about the Academy and its activities.
Please note that the deadline for abstract submission is 6 September 2026.
Registration for the event ends on 15 November 2026.
The Einstein Postdoctoral Grant supports outstanding postdoctoral researchers at R2–R3 career stages in establishing links with Berlin’s research landscape, advancing independent research, and strengthening their path toward academic leadership or professorship. The programme aims to support researchers in the critical post-PhD phase and encourage long-term integration into Berlin’s academic system. Applications must be submitted by eligible Berlin institutions, including major universities and Charité, with candidates welcomed from Germany and abroad. Collaborations with non-university institutes and Hebrew University of Jerusalem are possible.
The VinFuture Prize is an international science and technology award recognizing breakthrough research and innovations that improve human life and promote sustainability. It is open to innovators worldwide, regardless of nationality, age, gender, social status or economic background. Several categories are rewarded, and they are to celebrate diversity, equity and emerging areas of impact. Nominations are currently accepted, amongst them you can nominate for: innovators from developing countries, women innovators and innovators with outstanding achievements in emerging fields. Researchers and innovators advancing transformative solutions are encouraged to explore this global opportunity.
Note that the time for nominations in 2026 has passed. Nominations submitted now will count towards the 2027 VinFuture Prize.
The Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) launches its Introduction to Responsible Research Assessment Course. This online, self-paced course provides an approachable, entry-level curriculum for anyone at any career stage and in a variety of roles to learn about responsible research assessment (RRA). The course is free for individuals to take but it requires registration and provides the option of issuing a certificate for each of its four lessons and one for its full content
UNESCO is building a global roster of science experts to support its work and strengthen collaboration among Member States. The roster highlights specialists across fields such as basic sciences, engineering, life sciences, emerging technologies, science policy, open science, education and communication. Participants may be considered for evaluations and technical support roles, helping advance UNESCO’s mission. The roster aims to include experts from across all regions and disciplines, with a focus on scientific excellence and representation.
EMCRs are invited to use the research funding database provided by scientifyRESEARCH. The open/free version of the database is available to all. A premium version can be accessed for a fee and would have broader functionality, e.g., additional eligibility filters and no ads. A free grant alert service, whereby researchers can sign up to receive email notifications if a relevant grant is posted, can be accessed here: https://www.scientifyresearch.org/content-alert/
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) are open to all domains of research and innovation, chosen freely by the applicants in a fully bottom-up manner. Any type of organisation can apply for Horizon Europe funding as long as they have the operational and financial capacity to carry out the tasks they propose.
The ISC is convening a global network of science communicators across our community to learn, collaborate, network, and collectively advance science as a global public good. The network is open to all interested staff, office bearers, or representatives of ISC Members, affiliated bodies and partners, but will be particularly useful for those in communications-related roles – managing social media and websites, writing blogs and press releases, producing multimedia content, working with press, and doing other similar work.